Diamondbacks Sign Reid-Foley, Lopez to Minor League Deals

The Arizona Diamondbacks have signed veteran right-handed reliever Sean Reid-Foley to a minor league deal, assigning him to the Triple-A Reno Aces. Reid-Foley, 29, has shown strong swing-and-miss ability in the majors with a 2.15 ERA and a 33.1% strikeout rate from 2023-24, but his command issues and injury history, including Tommy John surgery in 2022 and shoulder impingement in 2024, have limited his effectiveness. Despite a promising 2024 season with a 1.66 ERA, Reid-Foley struggled in 2025 at Triple-A with an 8.36 ERA and control problems, leading to his release by the Mets before signing with Arizona. Additionally, the Diamondbacks signed veteran infielder Nicky Lopez to a minor league contract to provide depth in Triple-A Reno after Ildemaro Vargas opted out; Lopez, known for his contact hitting and defensive versatility, has underperformed since a strong 2021 season but offers experience and flexibility for the Diamondbacks' roster. Both signings reflect Arizona's efforts to shake up and reinforce their struggling minor league depth with experienced players who have shown potential but also face challenges. These moves are part of the Diamondbacks' strategy to strengthen organizational depth amid ongoing roster adjustments.